Summary: The role of Interim Financial Accountant involves preparing statutory financial statements, supporting audits, and ensuring compliance with UK GAAP, IFRS, and tax regulations. The position requires managing the year-end close process, group reporting, and consolidation while collaborating with internal teams and external auditors. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statutory accounting and financial reporting within a group of companies, preferably in the UK.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and submit statutory financial statements in compliance with UK GAAP and IFRS.
• Ensure timely completion of Companies House filings, HMRC submissions, and other regulatory requirements.
• Manage the year-end close process, ensuring accuracy and compliance with accounting standards.
• Liaise with external auditors, providing necessary documentation and responding to queries.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual consolidated financial statements.
• Support group reporting processes, including intercompany reconciliations and eliminations.
• Assist with cash flow forecasting and analysis for group-level reporting.
• Support the preparation of budgets, forecasts, and tax reporting.
• Maintain strong working relationships with internal stakeholders and external consultants.

Key Skills:

• ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified accountant or demonstrably QBE.
• Proven experience in statutory accounting within a group of companies, preferably in the UK.
• Strong knowledge of UK GAAP, IFRS, and UK taxation requirements.
• Experience managing year-end processes, external audits, and group reporting.
• Proficiency in month-end consolidation, cash flow reporting, and intercompany reconciliations.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment (preferred).
• Proficiency in accounting software and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive and collaborative approach to teamwork.

Salary (Rate): 275

City: Towcester

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Finance